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10 Pesos Pattern Strike
1871 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1871 |
| Value | 10 Pesos |
| Currency | Second Peso (decimalized, 1879-1931) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#316272 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tree divides value, with crossed branches at bottom and stars at top. With legend around. Commemorative date and fineness at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIOS UNION LIBERTAD.
10 Ps.
15 DE SET. 1821 0.900
Translation:
God, union and Liberty
10 Pesos
15th Sep 1821 0.900
Comment
The dies of this type were manufactured by the United States Mint in Philadelphia. This piece is the result of the testing of these dies.Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Pesos (Pattern Strike) 1871 from Honduras made of Copper-nickel is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
